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Hi! My name is Patti Johnson and I'd like to welcome you to WowGiftIdeas.com! Whether you're looking for the perfect gift for that special someone... or you need to know what to buy for your next baby shower... or you're looking for just the right birthday, holiday or graduation gift, you've come to the right place!

Since I'm a wedding planner, I have helped thousands of people select just the right wedding and shower gifts. In fact, I have two websites devoted to wedding showers and baby showers you might enjoy visiting.

I'd also like to take a minute to introduce you to Angie Anderson and Sara Thomas. Angie is a great friend and she's an absolute star when it comes to knowing what to buy people for special occasions. Angie won't only help you find the perfect gift, she'll help you find it at a bargain and can even help you out with wrapping and presentation techniques. Yes, Angie is definitely a gem and she'll be sharing all of her tips and knowledge with you while you're here.

Last, but certainly not least, is Sara Thomas. Here's how Sara describes herself: "I've got 2 kids, 1 husband, and 2 cats, and I'm an avid gift-giver! No, you didn't read that wrong - I LOVE to give gifts. Over the years I've become pretty good at matching cool gift ideas to my friends, family members, and colleagues for various occasions - birthdays, graduations, weddings, baby showers - you name it! I'm happy to have a chance to share these Wow! Gift Ideas and do my part to stop the cycle of less-than-stellar gift ideas. You know the ones I'm talking about: collector's items of stuff you don't collect, tasteless clothing, and Chia anything." I know you'll love Sara's advice.

So grab a cup of coffee, sit back and stay awhile. We're going to take you on a gift giving extravaganza that's going to change the way you look at gift giving!

At first glance, the concept of personalized art seems rather unusual. First off, what does it mean? How can art be personalized? Simple enough: it can be of things that appeal specifically to the person who receives it: in this case, your gift recipient.

Many might consider this to be art of a narcissistic nature, expressing images of the gift recipient him- or herself. And indeed, personalized art can take this form, though it doesn't have to. It can be art depicting their children, their family, their pets, or places they love... and the variety of formats available can be surprising.

Let's take a look at a few.

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My kids aren't thrilled when they hear the phrase homemade Christmas present. Or at least, they weren't the first time. Every year they hope we'll cave and act like a 'normal' family, buying them video games and a ton of other junk they won't use.

But my family is all about the homemade Christmas present, and secretly, I think the kids enjoy it as much as we do. If you've ever considered going the homemade route, here are some tips to guide your path.

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Many of us think of ocean cruise vacations as the height of luxury, and you know, they certainly can be. Even on a no-frills cruise, you eat delicious meals and people wait on you hand and foot--and you get to rest and relax to your heart's content. For those of us used to doing everything ourselves, this is luxury indeed.

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It's amazing how much some people will pay for a good drink, and that goes double when it comes to the world's most expensive teas. Now, the world's most expensive coffee is bad enough: Indonesian Kopi Luwak runs a good $600 a pound, 8-10 times more than its closest competitor.

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Finding perfect bridesmaid gifts can be one of the hardest parts of the wedding. You want something that will express your gratitude and appreciation for all their hard work and friendship, and you want to avoid cheesy or boring presents.

Let's be honest: who's ever going to use a tote bag that proudly cries BRIDESMAID ever again? The best bridesmaid gift ideas are useful, if not practical, pretty, and suited to your bridesmaids' personalities.

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Snap Circuits aren't a new idea, but they're still fun. For several years they've been a top Christmas gift, and with good reason. Many people forget that educational gifts still need to be fun: Snap Circuits Jr. never does. Kids around the world have come to love this exciting king of electronics kits.

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If you need great gifts for kids, try active video games. No matter how old they are, from preschoolers to teenagers, there are great interactive video games that they're bound to enjoy. Whether they have a Wii, an Xbox, or a PS3, as long as they have the proper equipment (something you do need to find out before you go shopping!), they're bound to enjoy these activities.

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Let's face it: the perfect father's day gift just doesn't exist in stores. This is especially true with young children. Dad really doesn't need another tie, golf ball, or plaque. He needs a reminder that he has kids who love him and appreciate him - and that's where homemade father's day craft ideas come in.

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Lego games are on the top of everyone's gift list. If you're familiar with video games, you probably already know that Legos have been a craze for a lot of years. And even if you don't play video games, you probably know about the blocks, if nothing else -- you may even have fond memories of constructing endless towers yourself.

But these days, Lego has expanded far beyond building blocks. There are lots of new Lego board games that bring a new dimension to traditional board game experiences and kids and adults alike find them fun and challenging.

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Not many of us can afford to buy a 3D TV. Still, you might have someone very special to buy for -- or a lot of missed gifts to make up for! -- and if that's the case, a 3D television should more than fit the bill.

If you don't own a 3D TV yourself, though, you might not be sure about how to approach the shopping trip. That's where this guide comes in: let us help you find the very best new 3D TV!

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